Oh dear --- sorry to hear about the norovirus:LOML and both children came down with it last month, and I was horrified by how bad it was. Temporary, but horrid. But I have to take issue with "pity" flowers. They are, rather, the symbol of the great love he holds for you, and how much he wants you to feel better, back to normal. Not to do with pity at all. Nor laundry or cooking.